A impressive Scottish armchair with a label for Weir & Hamilton the Glasgow cabinet makers. A generous sized strong chair made in solid mahogany around 1900, very well carved detail, neutral seating striped fabric with a height of 47cm all in good condition and ready for use.

UK Mainland delivery £65

Physical Dimensions

Height

102cm (40.16")

Width

79cm (31.10")

Depth

58cm (22.83")

Declaration

Millers Antiques has dated this Carved Mahogany Armchair to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1240847

Dealers Notes

Millers Antiques 1-5 Church Street, Wooler. Northumberland NE716BZ.

Telephone 01668282308 or 07714332441

All measurements taken at the widest point.

Shop open 10-4.30 weekdays Winter hours may vary please call 01668282308 in advance.

Description

A impressive Scottish armchair with a label for Weir & Hamilton the Glasgow cabinet makers.

“

A generous sized strong chair made in solid mahogany around 1900, very well carved detail, neutral seating striped fabric with a height of 47cm all in good condition and ready for use.

Millers Antiques

UK Mainland delivery £65

Physical Dimensions

Height

102cm (40.16")

Width

79cm (31.10")

Depth

58cm (22.83")

Date of Manufacture

Millers Antiques has dated this Carved Mahogany Armchair to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1240847

About the Dealer

Millers Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Antiques since 1947.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Millers Antiques Profile Page

PDF

SAVE

A carved mahogany armchair featuring an ornate pierced splat back, scrolled arms, tan striped fabric upholstery, and cabriole front legs with claw-and-ball feet.

1 / 13

Archive I

Large Scottish Armchair

Archive II

Archive III

Archive IV

Archive V

Archive VI

Archive VII

Archive VIII

Archive IX

Archive X

Archive XI

Archive XII

Archive XIII

FURTHER BROWSING

Visitors also looked at these ⇣

A Fine Mahogany Carver Chair by Trollope & Colls Ltd - Belgrave Square - London

Edwardian

Unusual 18th.c. Chippendale Period Armchair

18th Century

18th Century Chippendale Period Gentleman's Armchair

1750

Antique Victorian Mahogany Carved Armchair

Victorian

Fine Mahogany Armchair

19th Century

Edwardian Mahogany and Cane Tub Armchair

1910

Sheraton Revival Mahogany and Cane Library Armchair

1910

Fine Georgian Chippendale Period Armchair

18th Century

Mahogany Armchair/carver Circa 1810

Georgian

Pair of Regency Period Mahogany Armchairs

Regency

Single Mahogany Carver Chair

1850

Pair of Louis XVI Style Carved Medallion Chairs

1920

Millers Antiques

Telephone 01668 282 308 or 07714 332 441

Location

1-5 Church Street
Wooler
Northumberland
NE71 6BZ
United Kingdom

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/millersantiques

Verified Since Sep 2012

Items For Sale 310

Items Sold 1,126

Email Millers Antiques

Large Scottish Armchair

Ref: SA1240847

Your Name

Phone Number

Email Address

Message

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Secure Transit

Cataloguer’s Note

Sustainable Choice

Frequently Asked Questions

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectArmchairs
Period1900 - 1920
StyleGeorgian Revival
MaterialMahogany, Velvet
ColourDark Brown
MotifsPierced back splat, Cabriole legs, Claw and ball feet, Scrolled armrests
SizeH 102 cm (40 in) x W 79 cm (31 in) x D 58 cm (23 in)

FAQs

Chippendale style armchairs typically feature carved mahogany timber, intricate pierced back splats with shell or scroll motifs, outward-curving arms, and cabriole front legs ending in carved claw-and-ball feet.

Traditional construction incorporates solid mahogany framing, mortise and tenon joints, hand-carved decorative motifs, webbing, traditional filling, and upholstery fabrics such as velvet, silk, or damask.

Authenticity is indicated by crisp hand-carving along the splat and leg knees, subtle asymmetry in hand-carved ball-and-claw feet, original joinery marks, and authentic patination on the underside of the frame.

Place the armchair as a singular accent piece alongside understated contemporary furniture, in a quiet reading alcove, or at the end of a streamlined dining table to create visual contrast.

Dust the timber frame regularly using a dry microfibre cloth, apply beeswax along the grain twice yearly to protect the finish, and spot-clean upholstery using specialized fabric cleaners.